Volume 21, Number 32
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Council approves golf commission
New Berlin police chief appointed
New contract for golf professional given go-ahead
By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
Other police department leaders were mentioned in an anonymous letter and a formal complaint. A police lieutenant also criticized Klett. Klett admitted some of the comments were inappropriate and said after the meeting “if you took everything I said over 30 years, some of it might be considered inappropriate. It’s locker room talk.” See Chief, A2
Timberlin Golf Course will soon be overseen by a golf commission. The Town Council approved a new ordinance to create the commission at its most recent meeting. “We’ve taken a lot of testimony, we’ve really looked at this issue for quite awhile,” said Mayor Mark Kaczynski.
Jim Green, of Berlin, putts up to the ninth green on opening day of Timberlin Golf Club in Berlin The Ordinance Committee, on March 8, 2016. The course will soon be consisting of Kaczynski and overseen by a golf commission. | File photo
The town-owned golf course off Southington Road is currently overseen by the Parks and Recreation Commission. “They just don’t have the time and the personnel on the Park and Rec. commission to really spend time up at the golf course,” said Sebastian Senia, a former Parks and Recreation commission member. Chairman of the recreation commission, Len Zielinski, said there needed to be a See Golf, A3
Dozen residents begin Citizens Police Academy police operations, traffic enforcement and specialized units.
By Barbara Helming Special to The Citizen
The 2017 Citizens Police Academy launched Sept. 20 with 12 eager participants. The academy consists of nine weekly sessions giving an overview of the Berlin Police Department’s criminal investigations,
The intent of the program is to provide community members an opportunity to interact with, and learn about, the department. The Citizens Police Academy is coordinated by Lieutenant Christopher Cuici of the Operations Di-
vision. A Berlin officer for 23 years, Cuici indicated throughout the first session that he wanted input from academy participants related to their experiences with Berlin police. Academy participants were varied in background and age. Two young See Academy, A2
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The Police Commission voted unanimously to appoint current Deputy Police Chief John Klett to police chief, and named Lt. Chris Ciuci as deputy police chief during a Saturday morning meeting that also addressed a probe into Klett’s behavior. The vote followed a report on an independent investigation into Klett, who was accused of making inappropriate comments to staff over the course of his career.
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Ciuci led the group on a tour through headquarters.
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Because the department’s current radio system is outdated, and has failed, an upgrade to the system is scheduled. Along the tour, participants viewed the office shared by the six operation division’s sergeants that has recently been reduced in size to allow for just three desks. The other half of the office is walled off to provide a tiny temporary dispatch center to be used during the upcoming radio system update.
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Klett apologized for his comments. An attorney from Shipman and Goodwin that investigated the complaint against Klett and other members of the top brass, found that Klett had not sexually harassed anyone or created a hostile work environment. He said the town attorney reviewed the findings and found nothing actionable.
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The Berlin Police Department consists of 42 sworn police officers and nine civilian dispatchers.
Commission Chairman Robert Peters said the entire department will receive sensitivity training, but stated it didn’t deserve the criticism heaped on it in recent weeks. “They will work together,” Peters said about the leadership and the police union. “We want a cooperative force. We want the best department we can get.” Klett and Ciuci will be sworn in at the next Police Commission meeting in October. Police Chief Paul Fitzgerald is retiring next month.
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From the sally port, the tour continued outside to view Officer Cathy Griffin’s Ford Interceptor SUV. One surprising detail was that almost all of the department’s cruisers have half cells, meaning there is a secure enclosure to transport a suspect only on the passenger’s half of the back seat. This modification occurred so that taller officers could push the driver’s seat back to be comfortably positioned behind the wheel.
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The holding cells are antiquated barred cells. Modern facilities have steel or Plexiglas enclosures, thereby eliminating the possibility of prisoners hanging themselves in the cell. According to Cuici, because of the presence of bars in the holding
On the tour, participants viewed the booking area and learned that fingerprints are now done electronically. Suspects no longer hold numbers for their mugshots as those are also computerized.
As part of the tour, participants visited the sally port, a secure area to transfer an arrested person from the police cruiser to headquarters. An officer pulls the cruiser into the sally port, closes the garage door and secures their weapon in a lockbox before taking the person out of the vehicle.
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men plan to pursue careers in law enforcement. Several participants reported a lifelong interest in law enforcement, while others were motivated by a sincere love for the town. A couple of the participants mentioned wanting to know their town’s police department on a more personal level given the recent disturbing national incidents involving law enforcement.
cells, all prisoners held in Berlin are placed on suicide watch. One police academy participant asked how meals are provided for prisoners. Ciuci reported that the department has an account with McDonald’s.
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council approved Head Golf Professional Marc Bayram’s two-year contract.
mix of residents, golfers and non-golfers, on the new commission. “I don’t feel you Bayram, 34, has been the golf professional at Timberlin really want this to become a since 2010. The contract will greens committee,” he said. give him another two years Councilor Rachel Rochette plus a one-year performance echoed his concerns and extension. said there will need to be a Zuk said there is a $850 overbalance of members. all increase through cart The new commission, by fees in the contract with a 2 ordinance, will consist of percent decrease in the gross seven members serving a golf cart revenue Bayram will three-year term each, with receive. The annual retainer staggered reappointments of $62,500 stayed the same. or replacements for two or Bayram will also be paying three members a year. Tim25 percent of the utilities for berlin Golf Director Jonathe golf shop eight months than Zuk will work with the out of the year. commission.
After approving a golf commission for Timberlin, to go into effect after 30 days, the
Rochette said she is concerned about Bayram looking elsewhere due to the new contract. “This does not look like a win, necessarily, for the golf professional in terms of his overall revenue,” she said. Bayram told The Citizen he
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“I understand that the golf course has been scrutinized a bit for running at a loss each season. I am willing to do my part to help the bottom line by agreeing to a cut in pay,” Bayram said.
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“It’s an important asset to the town, probably one of the biggest assets to our town,” Kaczynski said of the public course.
was happy to continue his career at Timberlin and to be around for the 50th anniversary of the course, which opened in 1970.
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Calendar Thursday, Sept. 28 Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to meet Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Community Center, 230 Kensington Road. Stop in or call Mike Neault, Scoutmaster, at 860-828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 41 meets Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call 860-8291148 or email jones327@ comcast.net. Storytime - A free storytime
and craft session is scheduled for Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m., at The Sloppy Waffle, 2551 Berlin Turnpike. For information, visit thesloppywaffle.com. Boys soccer - BHS vs. E.O. Smith, away, 3:45 p.m. Girls soccer - BHS vs. RHAM at Sage Park, 6 p.m. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Conard at BHS, 5:30 p.m.
blood drive for Friday, Sept. 29, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., at Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 1-800-7332767 or visit redcrossblood. org.
School hockey has scheduled a pizza fundraiser for Monday, Oct. 2, 5 to 8 p.m., at The Avenue, 958 Farmington Ave. A fee is charged. Proceeds benefit the Berlin High School hockey team. For more information, call 860-828-7905.
Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 8 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5.
Karaoke - Karaoke with Justin Kaace is scheduled for Mondays, 5 to 9 p.m., at Pineloft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike. For more information, call 860-828-9797.
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Historical society - The Berlin Historical Society Museum, 305 Main St., is scheduled to be open Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission. Exhibits include celebration of Berlin Icons, tinware, bricks, pistols, bridges, special exhibit of St. Paul’s Fife & Drum Corps history and more. For more information, call 860-828-5114.
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Tuesday, Oct. 3 Pasta supper - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules a pasta supper for Tuesdays, 5 to 6:30 p.m. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. For more information, call 860-8289102 after 5 p.m.
Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call 860-828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 meets Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the St. Paul Church parish hall, 467 Alling St. For more information, call Tony deRito at 860-829-9879. Speaker series - Good Cause Gifts 2017 Speaker Series, 384 Main St., has scheduled “Jump Start your Clean Food Diet” with Terry Walters for Tuesday, Oct. 3, 5:30 p.m. A fee is charged. RSVP is required. For more information, call 860-828-1752. Girls swimming - BHS vs. Farmington at PHS, 3:45 p.m.
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Wednesday, Oct. 4 Boys soccer - BHS vs. RHAM at RHAM, 3:45 p.m.
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Girls swimming - BHS vs. Conard at Cornerstone Aquatic Center, 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 5 Concert - The Woman’s Club of New Britain has scheduled a musical program by Survivors Swing Band for Thursday, Oct. 5, 2 p.m., at The First Congregational Church, 840 Corbin Ave., New Britain. Guests are welcome for a fee.
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Tuesday, Oct. 10 Knights of Columbus The Knights of Columbus Council 3675 is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Oct. 10, 7 p.m., at St. Paul Church, 461 Alling St. For more information, call Adam Zangari at 860-938-5479.
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Sock hop, dinner set for October 21 Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St., has scheduled the fourth annual 1950’s style sock hop and dinner (hamburgers, hot dogs, French fries, root beer floats, milkshakes) for Saturday, Oct. 21, 5:30 to 9 p.m., to raise money for the Feed My Starving Children Central CT mobile packing event scheduled for 2018. A fee is charged. Dinner is planned for 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., followed by music, games, and contests. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Kristen at 860-798-9825 or email Scrapcookie@aol.com.
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Notable performances from the Lady Redcoats came from many, including Gabby Pattavina (1st place, 200 IM; qualified for states) and Kelly Chmielewski (1st place, 100 butterfly, 100 backstroke; qualified for states in both events). Berlin swimmers logging best times against the Meriden co-op were Madeline Palmese (50 freestyle, 100 freestyle), Sadie Boyer (100 backstroke, 100
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The Berlin High School girls swim and dive team bested the Meriden co-op 93-85 recently to improve to 2-0 on the season.
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Volunteer, veteran Dornfried immortalized On Thursday, Sept. 7, Bob Dornfried Sr. was honored with the creation of the Robert B. Dornfried Sr. Lifetime Volunteerism Award. A plaque, which will hang in the Town Hall rotunda, reads: “Dedicated to a lifetime of community volunteerism, civic duty and extraordinary service given
unselfishly to the residents of the Town of Berlin.” Among the speakers at the Sept. 7 event was Mayor Mark Kaczynski (who read a town proclamation), Connecticut Speaker of the House Joe Aresimowicz (presenting an official citation from the general assembly), Berlin VFW representative
Gary Barwikowski, Berlin Little League’s Bill Petit, Jeff Matson from the Berlin Lions Club, and from the host Italian Club, Peter Rosso. Col. Brad Parsons facilitated the celebration and event organizer Bob Zipadelli presented Dornfried’s award. See Dornfried, A9
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Bob Dornfried Sr. was honored Sept. 7.
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St. Paul Church of Kensington plans to host a Hunger Walk fundraiser for Sunday, Oct. 22. Registration at 1:30 p.m.; walk at 2 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Berlin Food Pantry. For more information and to register, call 860-410-0728.
Choir, bell ringers - The Berlin Congregational Church invites anyone interested in joining the choir or bell ringers to call 860-828-6586.
Friday, Oct. 27, Kevin Shea is heading back home to Berlin for his first Connecticut concert with his ambient Christian worship band The Evidence. The concert will be held at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St., at 6:30 p.m. To reserve complimentary tickets, www.bethanycoverant.org/ musicseries.
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Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss St., Sunday worship, 9 a.m. The church has scheduled a Sweet Hour of Prayer - The healing and music service for Berlin Congregational Church the second Tuesday of each has scheduled open prayer in month at 7 p.m. the sanctuary on the fourth Tuesday of each month, 7 to Prince of Peace 8 p.m. The Prince of Peace Lutheran Tot time - Free Tot Time, Church, 1103 Chamberlain Thursdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Highway, schedules Sunday featuring play session, crafts, worship service at 10:15 a.m. snack and more. Call 860-828-5079 or visit princeofpeacelutheran06037. Bethany Covenant com. Worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Life Together classes, for chil- Saint Gabriel’s dren and adults, 9:45 a.m. Episcopal Church Call 860-828-3637 or visit www.bethanycovenant.org. Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal 785 Mill St., Berlin. Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin, Sunday Eucharist, 9 a.m.
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Mass is scheduled for Sundays, 9:30 a.m., 48 Cottage St., East Berlin. For more information, call 860-828-0331.
St. Paul Church Mass schedule - Saturdays, 4 p.m.; Sundays, 7:30, 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon, 485 Alling St. Call 860-828-0331.
United Methodist Church of East Berlin The United Methodist Church of East Berlin, 139 Main St., East Berlin, schedules Sunday services for 10 a.m.
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Busy Bumble Bees - Monday, Oct. 2, 10:30 a.m., ages 1 to 3. Stories, songs, rhymes followed by open play. No registration.
Movie Matinée - Friday, Sept. 29, 1 p.m. “Testament of Youth.” Rated PG-13. World War I Digitization Day - Saturday, Oct. 7, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring World War I related items to be included in the Connecticut State Library’s “Remembering World War I.” Stories and digital images will be available online in the Connecticut Digital Archive. For more information, contact Carrie Tyszka at 860-828-7125, ctyszka@ berlinpeck.org or Christine Pittsley at 860-757-6517 or CTinWW1@ct.gov. Children’s programs Mother Goose on the Loose - Friday, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 10:30 a.m., birth to
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Itsy Bitsy Storytime Wednesday, Oct. 4, 10:30 a.m., for babies and pre-walkers. Stories, songs, followed by open play. No registration. Marshmallow Construction - Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2 to 3:30 p.m., grades K and up. Drop-in.
Nutmeg Book Club Thursday, Oct. 26, 6:30 p.m., for grades 4 to 6. “A Whole New Ballgame” by Phill Bildner. Registration is required.
East Berlin Library Hours - East Berlin Library is open Mondays and Thursdays, 3 to 5 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Berlin Free Library
The Berlin Free Library book sale is scheduled for Tween Scene-Giant Sticker Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m. Mosaic - Thursday, Oct. 5, The Berlin Free Library 6:30 to 8 p.m., grades 4 and accepts donations of new up. Drop-in. and gently used books for adults and children. Drop Page Turners Book Club them off during library - Thursday, Oct. 12, 6:30 hours, Monday and Frip.m., for grades 1 to 3. day, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., and “Zita the Spacegirl” by Wednesday, 9 to 11:30 Ben Hatke. Registration is a.m., and 7 to 8:30 p.m. or required. place in the book drop.
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The Health District offers preservative-free, injectable vaccine to anyone, ages 4 years and older. There are no residency requirements. Due to the fact that the nasal spray vaccine was found ineffective, it will not be offered this year. Pneumonia vaccines will also be available at the following clinics:
Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield St., Wethersfield, Tuesday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m. to noon, and Thursday, Oct. 12, 2:30 to 6 p.m.
Berlin Community Center, 230 Kensington Road, Thursday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. to noon, and Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2:30 to 6 p.m. Newington Senior and Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St., Newington, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 9 a.m. to noon, and Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2:30 to 6 p.m. Rocky Hill Community Center, 55 Church St., Rocky Hill, Tuesday, Oct. 10, 9 a.m. to noon. St. James Church, 767 Elm St., Rocky Hill, Thursday, Oct. 19,
The Health District will bill most insurances and Medicare Part B. A cash fee is charged for no insurance. No one will be denied vaccination for flu because of an inability to pay. Call 860-721 -2818 or visit www.ccthd.org.
Volunteer drivers needed for seniors Senior Transportation Services, Inc., a nonprofit transportation service for citizens age 55 and older, is in need of volunteer drivers. The service provides transportation to outof-town medical appointments and services for residents of Berlin, New Britain, Meriden, Southington and Wallingford. Mileage is reimbursed. Call 860-224-7117.
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COMMENTARY
Why we stay in Berlin By Scott Melville
For years, I have been asking the question to all of my Berlin friends who have lived here their entire lives (which is most of them); “Why don’t people leave this place?” There are so many Berliners who grew up here that ended up planting their roots here, and of those, most of their parents have remained here as well. Full disclosure, my wife was born and raised here in Berlin as well. With us, it was never intentional. When we built our house almost 18
years ago, we looked all over the central Connecticut area. We ended up finding a great lot of land. The price was right, and the rest is history. So many of my friends have similar stories. Is there some sort of cosmic pull that brings people back to this place? I mean, we don’t have a fancy “dining district” like so many surrounding towns. There is not really any shopping to speak of. Hell, up until a few years ago, our high school was crumbling. Like so many others here in town, my wife and I had kids
and got them involved in various activities around town, mainly sports. I have been coaching football, baseball and basketball for the last nine years, and it is through sports that we have met some of our closest friends here in town. This month, for the first time, I watched my boys’ football games through a much different lens; not as “coach,” but as “dad.” No walkthroughs, no game plans, no weigh-ins. It was through this lens that I began to understand some things about the town we live in. On this Friday night, un-
Berlin High School football team members work with flag football players at Sage Park.
der the bright lights of Sage Park, we attended Berlin High School’s opening football game of the season. The place was packed, as it
usually is. You see, Berlin is a great sports town. Our fans show up wherever we See Melville, A13
Letters to the Editor Tradition of excellence
best interest of our town in his heart.
To the editor:
Rich has been talking to Berlin residents and he is concerned about what he is hearing! Residents are asking to address major issues like the well-documented needs of our police department, the impact of Over the years we have seen the great state budget decisions on Berlin taxpayers, hiring and retaining highly work that the BOE does for our stuqualified, competent people for town dents. Whether it comes to keeping academic success a priority, or advo- positions, smart economic development, and the need to give Berlin cacy for our students, they have not lost sight on what’s really important, voters a true voice. Quite honestly, I cannot wait to join Vote for Rich Paskiewicz on Nov. 7. that team. George J. Synnott Come November, I am very excited Berlin to work with the Board of Education in the town of Berlin to continue our Vote Republican tradition of excellence. To the editor: Frederick Morley Berlin Spending all day Friday at the fair, talking to as many townspeople as possible, reinforced two things. First, Support for Paskiewicz Berlinites really care about our town To the editor: and future. Second, we strongly believe in our children and their future Richard Paskiewicz is running for here. Republicans are working to mayor of Berlin. Rich is not a career reduce the current debt and plan politician. He is someone with the My name is Frederick Morley. I’m 19 years old. I graduated from Berlin High School in 2016, and now I’m running for Board of Education.
future stability. We have the uncertainty of the state budget while still paying off our high school for the next few years. Berlin will have the new Board of Finance to delve into our spending and ensure we are making the best decisions for our financial future. Vote for future financial stability. Vote Republican.
for the pension fund.
Two years ago Mayor Kaczynski took a serious look at the problems he inherited.
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1. Debt payments are rising due, primarily, to high school bonding ($44 million of $90 million). Ninety million in long-term debt is 102 percent of the budget. Democrats promised too much – at a cost to you.
On behalf of the Berlin Lions, I would like to thank our Berlin neighbors who attended this year’s fair. The fair was highly successful, with an attendance of approx 30,000 friends.
4. Out of the .80 mill rate increase, .52 was for high school debt. The police communication systems, fire trucks and education side of spending encompassed the remainder.
Please understand the issues we’re facing from the reckless spending Amy Daniele under the 12-year Democrat control Berlin and our state. Chair Anne Reilly Reckless spending Berlin Republican Town CommitTo the editor: tee member
2. Underfunded pensions. 3. The town side budget was negative growth except for $700,000 set aside
To the editor:
We could have not have conducted this fair without the support of our great town. The police, firemen, civic organizations, churches, and stuSee Letters, A11
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‘Dredcoat Fun Run’ to benefit school sports The Berlin High School Athletic Department has scheduled its “Dredcoat Fun Run” for Friday, Oct. 13, 5 to 10 p.m., at Sage Park, rain or shine. A registration fee is charged. Proceeds benefit the Berlin Public Schools Athletic Department. The event is a 1.25-mile route through Sage Park. Dress in costume and discover hidden surprises
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Senior Happenings and pre-payment is required. For more informaClass - A Seniors Safe Driver tion, call Barbara Dixon at Class, sponsored by Ber860-828-6295. lin AARP Chapter 3035, is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. Volunteer drivers 17, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Community Center. ComThe Community Renewal pletion of the class provides Team, Inc., RSVP team a certificate that entitles a initiated the Volunteer discount on car insurance Medical Transportation premiums. Registration Program to help bridge the transportation gap facing seniors 55-plus who experience challenges getting to non-emergency medical appointments in their hometown or nearby. The program serves seniors and veterans from Berlin, Southington and New Britain. For more information, or if a senior or veteran is in need of a ride, contact Theresa Strong, at 860-519-3484 or email Strongt@crtct.org.
Senior happenings Wii Bowling - Fridays at 12:45 p.m. Call Tina or Jane at 860-828-7006.
The Berlin Senior Center, 33 Colonial Drive, has scheduled a meet and greet for the 2017 town candidates, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 1:30 p.m. Local candidates on the town ballot are expected to attend. Candidates will
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St. Thomas Aquinas Class of 1982 has scheduled its 35th class reunion for Saturday, Oct. 21, 7 to 10 p.m., at Waypoint Spirits, 410 Woodland Ave., Bloomfield. A fee is charged. For more information, contact Dawn (Naples) Chagnon at dawnbrown5863@yahoo. com.
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are playing. Not every community can make the same claim. Before the game began, the varsity captains dedicated their season to one of their classmates who was taken from us far too soon. As they ran onto the field, every player was sure to touch the monument with a bronzed helmet honoring another former player also taken from us. Our entire youth program was in attendance to support the team. I ran into parents of kids who graduated long ago that were there to watch the team. I spoke to one mom, whose son had become homesick while at college, but felt a whole lot better when some juniors at the same college, who were also graduates of BHS, stopped to see if he needed anything. That is just who we are. We stick together and we take care of our own.
The next morning, bright and
When you pull up to Sage Park early on a Saturday morning, you might expect the place to be empty. But that’s not the case. Our varsity boys, fresh off their opening night win, were back at work. First, a film session, then some conditioning, and finishing up with some yoga to stretch out their achy muscles. All of our youth teams are also there sharing one field, walking through their game plans for the next day. You will also see our youngest athletes learning the finer points of the game with our flag program. It is like one unit working together, helping each other to become better people and better players. As varsity finishes up, you might think the boys would have gone home to enjoy the rest of their Saturday, but that’s not the case here in Berlin. Our boys, just as they have been doing for the last 10 years, all stick around to run our flag football practice. The smiles on the faces of the
young boys and girls – likely at the game the night before – being coached by the high school guys is truly something to behold. And here in Berlin, you can see this every weekend. I couldn’t help but think back to what seems like yesterday, when those same boys were being coached by varsity teams of yesteryear. Here in Berlin, we pay it forward. Immediately following flag football, the Redcoat JV team was set to play Bulkeley. The varsity team, now four hours into its morning, was still there, on the sideline, cheering on their “little brothers.” This, by the way, was my son’s first game at BHS. He played quarterback. The JV kids did not disappoint. They dismantled Bulkeley’s defense and scored a touchdown every time they got the ball.
understanding that they are not only out there for themselves, but for each other.
hoisted a massive American flag above the south end zone. There was a ceremony honoring our local heroes; our police, fire and other first responders. A little girl with the voice of an angel sang a beautiful rendition of “The Star Spangled Banner.” There was also a ceremony honoring the memory of one of our
With Sunday, came more football, much more. Now it was our youth teams’ turn. Over the years, I have been to so many opening season games, but nobody does it like Berlin. The Berlin Fire Department came and
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Just as I had witnessed a day earlier, the smiles that were on those kids’ faces was contagious.
Just as the high school boys had done the day before, our high school cheerleaders displayed their character by helping our youth cheer squads perfect their routines. As the PA system blared “Cotton Eye Joe,” all of the girls, and coaches, broke into
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Youth sports: Bears win all 4 football games A team Berlin Bears 41, Canton 6: Berlin’s offense was powered by Max Wojtusik, who ran for three touchdowns. Tanner Sparks threw for a TD behind the dominating offensive line of Jack Hartan, Sam Cultrea, Jayden Sekol, Jordan Middlebrooks and Ryan Aresimowicz. The Berlin defense was led by Darian Pothitay, who had two sacks and a blocked punt, and Jon D’Amore who had a sack and multiple tackles for losses. The Bears improved to 3-0. Berlin Bears 26, South Windsor 6: Led by the core group of Marcus Kelly-John-
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CHESHIRE — The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference has changed the format of its boys basketball tournament for the upcoming season. Last week, the CIAC Board of Control approved a proposal that had come out of the CIAC Boys Basketball Committee. The main change: The four postseason divisions have been expanded to five. A concomitant change: Teams have been grouped into those divisions by a formula driven by basketball success, not size of school. Teams have the ability to appeal their placement and request to move down a division or up to the top tier.
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Defending Class LL champ Hillhouse is also in Division I, as are several small public schools with a strong tradition in hoop, most notably Weaver of Hartford and Crosby and Kennedy of Waterbury. Small parochial schools, such as East Catholic-Manchester and Notre Dame-Fairfield, are in Division I alongside large Class LL publics like Danbury, Hamden and NFA. The latter school, NFA, draws students from multiple towns surrounding Norwich. According to the CIAC, the factors that determined the divisions included a team’s performance in recent state and league tournaments and the strength of the league it plays in.
A power-point ranking system also entered the calculus. This system added up It was driven by the longof the wins of each team’s standing debate between defeated opponents over the public schools and schools of last three years. choice in relation to basketball. The argument holds that Before taking its vote, the parochial schools, magnet CIAC Board of Control schools and other schools shared the Boys Basketball of choice, by drawing stuCommittee proposal with dent-athletes from beyond every league and conference a geographically defined in the state as well as with school district, have an unthe Connecticut Association fair advantage over public of Athletic Directors and the schools, which are limited by Connecticut High School district lines. Coaches Association.
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“This new format is the result of a lot of hard work from members of our boys basketball committee and aims to address the concerns we’ve heard from our membership about inequity challenges specific to the boys basketball tournament,” Karissa Niehoff, the executive director of CAS-CIAC, said in a released statement. The public/non-public issue is reflected in the new top tier. Of the 21 teams in Division I, eight are schools
Schools have until Friday, Sept. 29 to appeal their placement. They can ask to be moved down, though by no more than one division. Schools can also request to move up to Division I. Every team in Division I will qualify for the state tournament. Qualification in the other four divisions remains the same. Teams must have a winning percentage of at least .400.
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The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Restaurant on High Road honors memory of local man death in July. By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
Zack’s Burgers and Shakes on High Road is more than just grilled patties and hand spun milkshakes. “Zach loved his family, loved serving his customers and always had a giant smile on his face,” Kristin Yousef said of her nephew, Zacharias “Zach” Hatzisavvas, who worked at Plan B Burger Bar in West Hartford before his
Hatzisavvas, a New Britain resident, died of cancer three days after his 22nd birthday. His family planned to open the Berlin restaurant, formerly Victoria’s Cafe, before his death. Now it serves as a memory of their son. Yousef said Hatzisavvas’ father, owner of Zack’s Burgers and Shakes, is “not in a place where he can talk about his son yet.” Hatzisvvas was taking classes
at Tunxis Community College while working at Plan B Burger Bar. Before that, he attended Central Connecticut State University. He enjoyed basketball, swimming, reading and spending time with friends, according to his obituary. “Zach had a smile that filled the room with joy, a goofy laugh that was extremely contagious, and a caring heart filled with love for those around him,” it states.
tivated the community, with many expressing excitement on social media about a new place to eat in Berlin. Chris Edge, the town’s economic development director, said it fits in well with the area. “I think an opportunity for quick in and out food is great,” he said.
The menu consists of grilled patties with a choice of toppings and bun, including wheat and gluten free options. Hand spun milkshakes The restaurant has so far cap- come in traditional chocolate
and vanilla flavors as well as a Reese’s Peanut Butter creation. Yousef said the family is hoping to keep Hatzisavvas’ memory and love of great burgers alive. “Our family is still coping with grief,” she said. “A community coming together to show love and support is what this world needs more of.” akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
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Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Find great local eats - MenusCT.com AJ’s Oasis Café
Athena II Diner
Banana Brazil Grill
Colony Diner
142 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 203-634-4912 facebook.com/ajsoasiscafe New Menu, Daily Lunch specials serving American Cuisine. Family Owned, operated. Recipient of Record-Journal’s Peoples Choice Award Best Wings. Kitchen open M.-Sat 10-10, Sun. 11-10
124 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 www.bananabrazilgrill.com
320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.
611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for old-fashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.
Now Open. Offering Authentic South American Cuisine. Buffet changes daily. Join us for a friendly atmosphere and fresh cooked meals.
Duchess of Wallingford
J SUSHI
Red Bridge Grill
Route Ten Restaurant
124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.
16 River Road South Meriden, CT 06451 (203) 440-0462 Hours: M, W & Th 12P-10P | F, S & S 12P-12A
Now open! Located inside of the Village Barn, featuring Chef/Owner Rick Tompkins! Old fashioned comfort food featuring daily specials. Best foot long hot dogs around!
532 West Main Street Cheshire, CT 06410 (Next to Pop’s Pizza) 203-439-0960 We are dedicated to providing a professional, light-hearted atmosphere with delicious Japanese and Korean dishes. Catering and Platter available – BYOB restaurant. Open Mon-Sat 11AM-9PM.
3810 Whitney Avenue Hamden, CT 06518 (203)-691-9990 OPEN 7 DAYS 5AM-3PM SUMMER SPECIAL: Mon-Fri Get a 12oz. coffee, egg & cheese sandwich with bacon OR ham OR sausage for $4.50 from 5AM-9AM. Outdoor seating, BREAKFAST & LUNCH ALL DAY.
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